Community Development Deputy Director for the City of Novi, MI
Do you want to be part of a thriving, safe and well-built community? Come to the City of Novi and witness a strong foundation being built every day!
The City of Novi, MI, a beautiful community of 60,000+, is seeking to hire a Community Development
Deputy Director to support and oversee staff within the Community Development Department which
consists of the Planning and Building Divisions. This position will support employees involved in the
inspection and enforcement of building codes and ordinances, along with reviews for building permits
and certificates of occupancy. You will have the responsibility of performing the most difficult and
complex assignments involving code and ordinance interpretation and coordination. You will work
closely with the Community Development Director and the City Planner to maintain efficient and
effective use of department resources with a daily focus on customer service, staffing, project
management, and the mentoring and development of staff within the divisions.
Qualifications: Superior customer service skills, experience, and knowledge of building codes, reading
and interpreting plans, and construction documents. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management,
Architecture, Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or
university. Ten or more years of experience preferred. Master’s degree preferred. Licensed Building
Official or ability to obtain State license within 24 months of hire. Prior municipal experience highly
preferred.
Salary: $73,805 - $90,000, based on qualifications.
So why should you work for the City of Novi? We have great benefits!
• Cafeteria Health Insurance Plan with three different medical plans to choose from (PPO, HMO,
HSA). Effective upon date of hire
• Dental insurance paid 100% by the City of Novi
• Life Insurance volume of 2x salary paid 100% by the City of Novi
• 401a Defined Contribution retirement plan with 9% employer contribution
• Retiree Health Savings Account with a $2,600 annual employer contribution
• Generous time off benefits upon hire
• 13 paid holidays
• Optional Roth IRA, 457, and 529 savings plans
• Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Wellness Reimbursement Program – including gym membership reimbursement and mental health app reimbursement; 24/7 access to on-site fitness facility
• Employee Wellness & Engagement program. Past events have included Mental Health Awareness Seminars, Cooking Well series, Flu Shot Clinics, and Heart & Vascular Screenings
Please apply online at https://cityofnovi.applicantpro.com/jobs/2736157.html under the Services tab under the Human Resources heading.
Questions about the Community Development Deputy Director position or application accommodation
requests can be directed to the Human Resources department by email at
humanresources@cityofnovi.org or by phone at 248-347-0452. Promotion of diversity is fueled by the
desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. The City of Novi is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug Free Workplace.